The Petite Rivière Vineyard is an unexpected vision of Bordeaux on a winding country road on Nova Scotia’s South Shore. The stucco sided building with deep-set windows, poised to overlook the vines is surrounded by lavender. An equally delightful surprise…
From the southern most tip of Canada's Okanagan Valley comes a naughty little wine with a hint of mischief. Diabolica Red will lead you into temptation, and at $15.95 it's a trip you can take again and again and again!…
A harmony of sea, sky and earth meet in Nova 7 from Benjamin Bridge, a light, fresh sparkling wine that is the toast of Nova Scotia. With a cast of delicate rose in the glass, whispers of floral scent under…
Wine, cheese, extraordinary preserves, a garden estate, a great cup of coffee and three tourist stops you won't want to miss. Explore Wolfville, Nova Scotia as only an insider can, with a little Nova Scotia Foodie Tour! Being an innkeeper…
What would Wino Wednesday be if your local wino did not raise a glass worthy of your time and money? Our pick of the month, something light and refreshing, cold, bubbly... and Canadian; the 2010 Cuvee Janine. A new offering from Huff…
A darling little gem in Bloomfield, Ontario offering seasonal fare, locally sourced, East & Main Bistro is a dining experience for even the most discerning of appetites. We are not picky eaters, and when I say we I really mean me, I'm a simple girl at…
Six bottles of BC wine made it's way east this week to be tasted and Tweeted by eastern wine hounds (of which I am one). Another of our ongoing Canadian wine discussions, lead by Canada's Natalie MacLean. Nothing like a little taste of home..…
Last week we joined Canada’s Natalie MacLean in the second in her series of live Wine & Cheese Tastings on Google +, pairing six Canadian Cheeses with a section of Canadian wines. Here's our take on the evening, with tasting notes, pairings and a few tips for your next wine & cheese.
On this Wino Wednesday we join Canada’s Natalie MacLean for another in her series of live video Wine & Cheese Tastings on Google + focusing on fine Canadian product, with a panel of chatty enthusiasts. The first was such a hit we're all at it again!
Tips on being an educated wine consumer, here's five ways to improve your wine IQ and two terrific bottles from G. Marquis to test it on. Don't fake it with wine anymore!
Last week, despite a few technical hiccups, Canada’s Natalie MacLean launched the first in a series of Live Video Wine Tastings on Google +. What was billed as a 'panel discussion' focused on Canadian wine & cheese that turned 'virtual cocktail party' as we sipped, snacked and shared a few thoughts on what turned our taste buds on.
The conversation on Canadian wine & cheese continues this week with Canada's premier wine writer, Natalie MacLean. A follow up to last week's successful taste & tweet event, this Wednesday, July 25th at 8PM EDT we gather under the wing of Natalie MacLean in another format, video chat on Googel Plus. Explore wine & cheese pairings and connect with new tastes, in this BYOB social media invitation. Sharing with you a few notes from last week's selection and our favorite wine & cheese pairings from this selection, so far.